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1.10 Carats Diamonds and Sapphires French Vintage Ring
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
0.30 approximately, 1.10 carat total. Surround by a line of sapphires, 2 carats The cluster diameter
Category

Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Spectacular 14 Karat Gold Large Sapphire Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring 3.45 TW
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
Lady's spectacular 14k white gold Diamond & Sapphire cocktail cluster ring set, custom made and
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Retro 4.85 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and 1.68 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
total approximate diamond weight is 1.68 carat. Circa – 1955. Size – L 1/2 (UK) or 5 7/8 (US
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

2.11 Carat Natural Fancy Brown Diamond Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
surrounded with a cluster of 128 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 1.48 Carats. The total carat weight of the
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bespoke Tanzanite Diamond Ladies Dress Ring 1.93 Carat
Located in Perth, AU
0.005ct each in a star cluster shape with 3 diamonds on each shoulder, this bespoke cocktail ring is
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cluster Ring 1950s Center Diamond 0.53 Ctw Brilliant Cut White Gold 18K
Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
Diamonds: 2.73 carats. Setting Prongs. Ring size: 9 Europe / 49.3 American. Longth 18.68 millimeters. Width
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 3.20 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
brilliant cut diamonds total 0.47 carats and are F colour and VS clarity grades. The Audrey Ring Size M 1/2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1970s Asymmetrical Ruby and Opal Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Retro ring has a combination of 5 Rubies, 6 Opals and 3 Diamonds weighing in at 2
Category

Vintage 1970s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold

Oval Diamond Unique Alternative Engagement Ring, 14k Solid Gold, Phoenix 2
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Unique and stunning Oval Pink Sapphire & Diamonds cluster engagement ring - Phoenix. Sapphire is
Category

2010s Israeli Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2 tcw Round Diamond and Emerald Double Halo Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Emerald Diamond Weight: 2 Carat Size: NA Item Style: Cocktail Ring in Platinum Fine Engagement Jewelry
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Contemporary Light Pink Cognac Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
ring features a cluster of diamonds including an alluring cognac diamond and a lovely light pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1970s Paul Buchwald 5.45 Carat Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
1970s Paul Buchwald 5.45 ct Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring 14k white gold, green
Category

20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

18 Carat White Gold Art Deco Opal Diamond Halo Dress Ring
Located in Perth, AU
rainbow. Thus was the opal born. Gorgeous opal and diamond cluster art deco ring set with a natural oval
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Antique Victorian Ring with 2.10 carat Colombian Green Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colombia accented with a cluster of 32 old-mine cut diamonds, weighing approximately 2 carats. The ring is
Category

Vintage 1930s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Chatila Black Diamond and Pearl Ring
By Chatila
Located in London, GB
diamonds and a cluster of black diamonds. Details: -78 Black diamonds with a total weight of 2.81 carats
Category

2010s Swiss Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.55 Ct. Round Natural Yellow Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Surrounding it are shimmering diamonds in a captivating cluster arrangement are 2 Marquise Cut Diamonds and 4
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 19th Century Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Early Victorian diamond ring. 16 Old mine cut diamonds with 2 rose cut diamonds in a cluster design
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Retro Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
diamonds are VVS. Carat – Approximately 1.50 carat of green tourmaline. The total approximate diamond
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 4.60 carat Australian Black Opal Cocktail Ring
By Jiedy Jewels
Located in Indooroopilly, QLD
18 Karat Yellow Gold 4.60 carat Australian Black Opal Cocktail Ring Center stone is oblong shape
Category

Early 2000s Australian Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond and Sapphire 14 karat White Gold Ring
Located in Jerusalem, IL
central diamond is surrounded by 7 4 mm round Sapphires, total Sapphire weight approximately 2 carats, The
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Early 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 0.87ct Cocktail Ring (FREE pair of diamond studs with every purchase!)
Located in Watford, GB
A timeless dress ring with a cluster of rubover set round diamond bubbles. ********** FREE pair of
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2010s English Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold 1.25 Cttw Diamond Wishbone Keeper Ring 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD DIAMOND WISHBONE SIGNET / KEEPER RING DETAILS Material: 9ct 375/000 Heavy Yellow Gold This
Category

20th Century British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold 1.25 Cttw Diamond Wishbone Keeper Ring 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD DIAMOND WISHBONE SIGNET / KEEPER RING DETAILS Material: 9ct 375/000 Heavy Yellow Gold This
Category

20th Century British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Marquise and Pear Shape Diamond Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
weighing 5.03 carat total weight, G-H in color and VS in clarity are set in around the shank and cluster
Category

2010s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Blossom 18k Gold Rose Cut Diamond Twist Vine Eternity Band
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Wave Diamond Cluster stackable eternity ring. Rich in texturing detail, 7mm wide BLOSSOM wavy twist
Category

2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Cluster Ruby Lavaliere Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A breathtaking diamond cluster ruby lavaliere pendant necklace in 14k yellow gold. Features an
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

”Large 2” Round Firenze II Diamond Pendant with Paper Clip Chain
By Frederic Sage
Located in Great Neck, NY
” Large 2 ” Round Firenze II Diamond Cluster Pendant With Polished Bale And Mini Paper Clip Chain
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Frederic Sage 14k White Gold Medium 2 Round Firenze ii Diamond Pendant
By Frederic Sage
Located in Great Neck, NY
14K White Gold Medium 2 Round Firenze II DIamond Cluster Pendant With Polished Bale & Chain, 34 DIA
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Aphrodite Aquamarine and Tanzanite Bouquet Cluster Studs 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Aphrodite Aquamarine and Tanzanite Bouquet Cluster Studs with diamond accents – the perfect
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...

Aphrodite Peridot and Aquamarine Bouquet Cluster Studs 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Aphrodite Peridot and Aquamarine Bouquet Cluster Studs with diamond accents – the perfect statement
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Aphrodite Tanzanite and Aquamarine Bouquet Cluster Studs 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Aphrodite Tanzanite and Aquamarine Bouquet Cluster Studs with diamond accents – the perfect
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...

Maia Diamond Checker Station Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
and deliver in 3 to 4 weeks. • Total 32 round rose cut diamonds, 2 to 2.15mm, approx. .80 carat
Category

2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Aphrodite White Zircon and Diamond Floral Dangle Earrings 14 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Aphrodite White Zircon Bouquet Cluster Dangle Earrings with diamond accents and twist trimmed pave
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k ...

Aphrodite White Zircon and Diamond Floral Dangle Earrings 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Aphrodite White Zircon Bouquet Cluster Dangle Earrings with diamond accents and twist trimmed pave
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...

18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
/Clarity: H/I - SI1/2 Total Carat Weight: Approximately 2.0 Carats Size: 10 Ring Weight: 8.9 Grams Item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

2 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond cluster ring (circa 1980s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This an 18ct white gold diamond cluster ring. This piece showcases a wide open structure within 2
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

2, 60 carat Diamonds Cluster 18 kt gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Claster ring in 18k white gold mounted with one central diamond and baguette diamonds around. color
Category

1990s Italian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.59 Carat Diamond Snowflake Cluster Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring features a beautiful Snowflake Cluster of White Diamonds comprising of Baguette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.29 Carat Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a contemporary diamond daisy cluster ring. The ring plays host to seven round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.25 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous antique diamond cluster ring. A particularly white old cushion cut diamond
Category

Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Silver

2.10 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
, marquise and baguette cut diamonds, G color VS1-2 clarity. Currently a size 7.25 but can be sized up or
Category

20th Century American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1950s 2.67 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.67 carat multi-diamond cluster ring in platinum; part of
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.07 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine piece is available upon request. This magnificent, fine and impressive diamond cluster ring has
Category

20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 2 Ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
carats. Estimated total diamond weight is 2.30 carats. The ring is accompanied by the American
Category

Vintage 1930s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.96 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
lovely sparkle. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 5.5 grams Ring Size: N 1/2 (54) Diamonds: Approx
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

1.41 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The diamond cluster ring design has been popular from generation to generation dating back to the
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.90 Carat Emerald and 2.38 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 2.90 carat natural emerald and 2.38 carat diamond
Category

Vintage 1960s French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring, 1.50 Carats
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond cluster ring, marquise shaped design, with twenty-one, pavé set, old cut
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2, 25 carat White Diamonds 18 kt Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Very beautiful and elegant cluster ring in 18kt yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 5.01 Carats Tanzanite Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage 5.01 Carats Tanzanite Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring. Featuring one pear mixed cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

2.42 Carat Emerald 1.62 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 2.42 Carat emerald and 1.62 Carat diamond, 18k white gold cluster ring; part
Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern 18 Karat White Gold Flower Diamond Cluster 2 Carat Total Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
, and Round Cut Diamonds Stone Carat Weight: Approximately 2 Carats Color/ Clarity: F/G VS1/2 Ring
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 1.63 Carat Diamond Gold Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
encircled with twelve, well colour matched old European cut diamonds. This fine antique cluster ring has
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Modernist 2 CTW Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Vintage Modernist 2 CTW Diamond Cluster 14K yellow gold Ring. The ring is in excellent estate
Category

Late 20th Century American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.88 Carat Ruby and Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.88 carat natural ruby and 0.70 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold, 18k
Category

1990s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian 2.00 Carat Sapphire Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely breathtaking sapphire and diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! Made of
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum

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2 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 2 carat diamond cluster ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 4025 vintage or 1923 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect 2 carat diamond cluster ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 2 carat diamond cluster ring over the years, but those made by TJD, DGI and Roshe Jewels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and old european cut versions for sale. Most of our 2 carat diamond cluster ring for sale are for women, but there are 1218 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 2 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring?

On average, a 2 carat diamond cluster ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,597, while they’re typically $208 on the low end and $650,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.